El Pollo Loco Guide
Highest Calorie at El Pollo Loco
The highest-calorie item at El Pollo Loco is the Double Crunch Taquito Nachos, at 1410 calories.
Highest Calorie Menu Items
| Item | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Double Crunch Taquito Nachos | 1410 | 49g |
| Double Chicken Nachos | 1200 | 51g |
| Crunchy Nacho Overstuffed Quesadilla | 1150 | 53g |
| Double Pollo Overstuffed Quesadilla | 1030 | 66g |
| Double Chicken Tostada Salad | 1000 | 61g |
| Spicy Serrano Overstuffed Quesadilla | 980 | 50g |
| Chicken Avocado Overstuffed Quesadilla | 940 | 47g |
| Chipotle Chicken Avocado Burrito | 900 | 47g |
| Chicken Avocado Burrito | 890 | 46g |
| Ranchero Burrito | 870 | 44g |
| Classic Tostada Salad with Shimp | 860 | 26g |
| Double Chicken Bowl | 860 | 65g |
| Classic Tostada Salad with Chicken | 830 | 39g |
| Grande Avocado Chicken Bowl | 780 | 45g |
| Macaroni and Cheese | 770 | 23g |
Across all 65 menu items we track at El Pollo Loco, the median is about 250 calories and 12g of protein — so the highest calorie picks above are meaningfully different from a typical order, not just the default menu re-sorted.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What's the best highest calorie option at El Pollo Loco?
- The highest-calorie item at El Pollo Loco is the Double Crunch Taquito Nachos, at 1410 calories.
- What else at El Pollo Loco fits highest calorie?
- The Double Chicken Nachos is another strong pick — 1200 calories, 51g protein.
Nutrition data verified August 31, 2026.